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M&A

Location: United States
Experience Type: Virtual Experiences
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Support a leading M&A team at Morrison Foerster by identifying key deal risks and helping drive a transaction toward closing

Welcome to Morrison Foerster’s M&A Job Simulation! We are thrilled to have you here. 

Our M&A practice advises clients on complex, high-value transactions across industries, including technology, life sciences, and digital assets. The team supports clients through every stage of a deal, from due diligence and structuring to negotiation and closing. Known for its collaborative approach and global reach, Morrison Foerster works closely with clients to manage risk, navigate regulatory requirements, and execute transactions efficiently.

During this program, you will get the opportunity to step into the shoes of an M&A team member and complete tasks that replicate the work that our M&A team does every day. You’ll learn key skills in risk identification and prioritization, analytical thinking, and problem solving.

We hope this program provides a great resource for you to upskill and strengthen your resume as you explore career options and a potential career at Morrison Foerster.

This program is self-paced. It takes approximately 30-40 mins to complete.

Skills Learned:

  • Intro & Scenario
    Background context and your project team
  • Prioritizing deal risks
    Prioritize key deal risks and provide clear, actionable insights to help your team keep the transaction on track

    • Risk Identification
    • Risk Prioritization
    • Analytical Thinking
    • Written Communication
    • Attention to Detail
    • Problem Solving
    • Decision Making
  • Supporting deal documentation and closing
    Keep the deal on track by identifying critical next steps, assigning ownership, and managing execution toward signing

    • Prioritization
    • Ownership Mindset
    • Organizational Skills
    • Attention to Detail
    • Strategic Thinking
  • Finish Line

Experience Information

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(507) 457-6695
Email
careerservices@smumn.edu
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https://careerservices.smumn.edu/
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Winona, Minneapolis & Rochester, MN

Career Service Hours

M Monday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
T Tuesday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
W Wednesday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
TH Thursday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
F Friday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

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Phone
(507) 457-6695
Email
careerservices@smumn.edu
Website
https://careerservices.smumn.edu/
Address

Winona, Minneapolis & Rochester, MN

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